A fragrant Italian sauce made with fresh basil, garlic, nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, grilled vegetables, or as a flavorful dip. You can freeze it in cubes for long-lasting freshness.
Ingredients:
- 60 g fresh basil leaves
- 3 garlic cloves
- 40 g pine nuts (or replace with almonds, walnuts, or cashews)
- 60 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 125 ml extra virgin olive oil
- Salt (just a pinch — cheese adds saltiness)
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
- Wash and pat dry the basil leaves.
- In a food processor, combine the basil, garlic, nuts, and Parmesan.
- Pulse while slowly adding olive oil until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to clean glass jars and cover the surface with a thin layer of olive oil to prevent oxidation.
Storage:
- Keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For longer storage, freeze in small jars or ice cube trays. Once frozen, transfer cubes to a sealed bag or container — they keep for up to 3 months.
Serving Tips / Variations:
- Toss with pasta, spread on sandwiches, or drizzle over grilled fish or vegetables.
- For a budget-friendly version, replace pine nuts with lightly toasted almonds or walnuts; they add a lovely flavor and texture.
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